Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, or breasts
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or gluten-free tamari
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (optional)
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Sesame seeds and sliced scallions for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk together hoisin, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, five-spice, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and pepper flakes to create the glaze.
- Marinate the chicken in half of the glaze for 10-20 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a tray with foil or place a rack.
- Cook until fully cooked and glaze caramelizes, about 6-8 minutes per side on the grill or 15-20 minutes in the oven, brushing with remaining glaze halfway.
- Rest 5 minutes, then slice and sprinkle with sesame seeds and scallions.
Notes
- For gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Simmer any remaining glaze for 2-3 minutes to make a quick sauce.
- Serve with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Method: Grill or bake
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free option available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (4 oz / 113 g)
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
